Yuja gripes as she hits the road

The Chinese-American pianist confesses her boredom to a documentary crew.

‘Everywhere I go, it’s always different – and always the same.’

‘You do not lift your eyes from the book between one airport and the next.’

Pianist Yuja Wang, born in Beijing, perceives her role as a conduit, conveying music to audiences while constantly in motion. She traverses oceans, moving between world-renowned venues and major cities, alternating between concerto appearances and recitals. Yet, the glitz, glamor, and collaborations with leading classical artists are counterbalanced by the profound challenges of fatigue, pressure, and loneliness. Amidst these struggles, an iPad dictates each calculated step. This film offers a solemn portrayal of the 27-year-old Yuja, accompanying her on a profound journey to discover her sense of belonging, clarify her mission, and define herself as a musician.

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